Fowler Family brick wall

Hello everyone;
I'm searching for information on the parents of Ellen F Fowler b.Dec 1849 in Tennessee. I'm not sure of the county? I've came across information i'm unsure of, simply because I can't place the family in a home together with mother and father. Joseph B Fowler born between 1810-1825?, was down as head of household ,and list Ellen as his daughter. Listed as her father as well on her death certificate, but unknown mother. Ellen married Elisha Tolbert 1868 Alabama, and resided in Polk, Georgia. She died Nov.1927 in Polk,Ga. Ellen is my gg grandmama, and any help on her or her father" Joseph B",siblings,and most of upmost importance is there is no mother or wife ever listed with Joseph and his children.. Any advice or help? Thanks so much..